Spearing outlines how academy form led to senior recognition

Morrison’s inclusion in Liverpool’s first-team squad for the 1-0 win over Sunderland was no accident, with Jay Spearing insisting the 19-year-old earned his opportunity through sustained progress at academy level.

Kieran Morrison, the left-footed forward, was named on the bench at the Stadium of Light after Dominik Szoboszlai’s suspension created space in the matchday squad.

Although Morrison did not get onto the pitch during the victory secured by Virgil van Dijk’s header, Spearing...